Topfield TF 6700 IRc User manual

TOPFIELD
TF 6700 IRc
User Guide
Digital Cable Receiver
IRDETO

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iv Contents
Contents
Contents iv
1 Introduction 1
1.1 Features ............................... 1
1.2 Controlling the digital receiver .................. 2
1.2.1 The front panel ....................... 3
1.2.2 The remote control ..................... 4
2 Setup 6
2.1 Unpacking .............................. 6
2.2 Safety precautions ......................... 6
2.3 Rear panel connections ....................... 7
2.4 Connecting up your digital receiver ............... 9
2.4.1 Connecting to the broadcasting cable .......... 9
2.4.2 Connecting to your television set ............ 9
2.5 Switching on for the first time ................... 11
2.5.1 Inserting batteries in the remote control ......... 11
2.5.2 Powering on and checking picture ............ 12
3 Preference Settings 13
3.1 Language settings .......................... 13
3.2 Video and audio settings ...................... 14
3.2.1 Television standard .................... 15
3.2.2 Television aspect ratio ................... 15
3.2.3 Audio mode ........................ 16

Contents v
3.2.4 Radio frequency output .................. 16
3.3 Local time setting .......................... 16
3.4 Parental control ........................... 18
3.5 Adjusting the on-screen display .................. 19
4 Service Search 20
4.1 Searching broadcasting services .................. 20
4.2 Resetting to factory settings .................... 21
5 Daily Usage 22
5.1 Volume control ........................... 22
5.2 Watching television ......................... 22
5.2.1 The services list ....................... 22
5.2.2 The favourite services list ................. 24
5.2.3 Viewing programme information ............ 25
5.2.4 Selecting audio tracks ................... 27
5.2.5 Selecting subtitle tracks .................. 27
5.2.6 Viewing teletext ...................... 27
5.3 Viewing electronic programme guide .............. 27
5.4 Watching multifeed programme ................. 29
5.5 Making timer events ........................ 29
6 Listing Services 31
6.1 Editing the services list ....................... 31
6.2 Editing the favourite list ...................... 33
6.3 How to use on-screen keyboard .................. 35
7 Firmware Update 36
Index 37

1
Chapter 1
Introduction
The TF 6700 IRc digital receiver is fully compliant with the
international Digital Video Broadcasting (DVB) standard, and
thus is able to receive digital broadcasts of that standard.
NOTE
In general we equate a channel with a frequency. Unlike ana-
logue broadcasts, however, digital broadcasts are not all as-
signed to their own frequencies; instead, multiple television
broadcasts are transmitted through a single frequency. The fre-
quency in digital broadcasting is usually called transponder. To
reduce confusion in this manual, the word service is preferably
used than channel as a term to indicate one television or radio
broadcast.
1.1 Features
The TF 6700 IRc digital receiver has the following features:
• Can store up to 2000 television and radio services.
• You can edit the services list.

2 Introduction
• You can create favourite lists of your favourite services.
• You can view information about the current television or
radio programme.
• Has an electronic programme guide that provides an
overview of scheduled programmes.
1.2 Controlling the digital receiver
You can operate the digital receiver with the remote control
and the buttons on the front panel.
NOTE
When the digital receiver is off but plugged into a wall outlet,
we say that it is in standby mode; on the other hand, when it is
on, it is in operation mode. Even when you are not using the
digital receiver, you should keep it plugged into a wall outlet
to be in standby mode so that it can run timer events at any
time.

1.2 Controlling the digital receiver 3
1.2.1 The front panel
STANDBY REMOTE MAIL
STANDBY lamp lights up while the digital receiver is in
standby mode.
REMOTE lamp lights up whenever you press a button on
the remote control.
MAIL lamp lights up when there are unread mails.
CHANNEL
c
,
a
buttons switch to previous or next service.
They are also used to navigate in menus and interactive
screens.
/ STANDBY button switches the digital receiver between
standby mode and operation mode.
You have to insert your subscription card into the front slot to
watch pay services.

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1.2.2 The remote control
1
 button switches the digital re-
ceiver between standby mode and
operation mode.
2
 mutes the sound. Press again to
switch it back on.
3
 Numeric buttons are used to enter a
service number for service change or
to specify values for menu options.
4
switches between the current ser-
vice and the previously viewed one.
5




FAV displays the favourite lists.
6




MENU displays the main menu. It is
also used to return to the previous
menu from a submenu.
7




EXIT is used to exit the current
screen.
8




EPG displays the electronic pro-
gramme guide.
9
 displays the service information
box. It is also used to display more
information about a programme.
10

c
,
a
buttons switch to previous or
next service. They are also used to
navigate in menus and interactive
screens.
11

b
,
d
buttons decrease or increase the volume. They are
also used to change values for menu options.
12




OK displays the services list. See § 5.2.1 for more details.

1.2 Controlling the digital receiver 5
It is also used to select a menu item.
13
 switches between television services and radio
services.
14




SAT is not used in this model.
15




V− ,




V+ buttons decrease or increase the volume. They
are also used to change values for menu options.
16




P− ,




P+ buttons switch to previous or next service.
They are also used to navigate in menus and interactive
screens.
17
 These buttons have different functions per menu. They
will be guided by on-screen help.
18
 is used to select an audio track and sound mode, or
a video track of multifeed programme. is used to
select a subtitle track. displays teletext.
19
pauses live television.
20




UHF displays the radio frequency setting menu. See
§3.2.4 for more details.
21
is not used in this model.
22




M1 is not used in this model.
23




N/P switches television standard between PAL and
NTSC. However, this button may not be used in some
models. See § 3.2.1 for more details.
24
is used to set a sleep timer in 10 minute increments.

6 Setup
Chapter 2
Setup
2.1 Unpacking
Before going any further, check that you have received the
following items with your digital receiver.
• Remote control unit
• A copy of this user guide
NOTE
Accessories may vary according to your local area.
2.2 Safety precautions
Please read carefully the following safety precautions.
• The mains power must be 90 to 250 volts. Check it before
connecting the digital receiver to the mains socket . For
the power consumption of the digital receiver, refer to
Table 2.1.
• The mains socket should be near the equipment. Do not
run an extension lead to the unit.

2.3 Rear panel connections 7
• Do not expose the digital receiver to any moisture. The
digital receiver is designed for use indoors only. Use dry
cloth when cleaning the digital receiver.
• Place the digital receiver on a firm and level surface.
• Do not place the digital receiver close to heat emitting
units or in direct sunlight, as this will impair cooling.
Do not lay any objects such as magazines on the digi-
tal receiver. When placed in a cabinet, make sure there
is a minimum space of 10 centimetres around it. For
the physical specification of the digital receiver, refer to
Table 2.2.
• Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched.
If the cord is damaged, do not use the digital receiver
and get the cord replaced.
• Never open the digital receiver casing under any circum-
stances, or the warranty will be void.
• Refer all servicing to a qualified service technician.
Table 2.1: Power specifications
Input voltage 90 to 250 V AC, 50/60 Hz
Power consumption 9 W at maximum in operation
8 W in standby
Table 2.2: Physical specifications
Size 260×46×190 mm
Weight 1.2 kg
Operating temperature 0 to 45 °C
Storage relative humidity 5 to 90 %
2.3 Rear panel connections
The TF 6700 IRc has some connections on the back.

8 Setup
RS-232
R - AUDIO - L
VIDEO S-VIDEOS/PDIF
RF OUT
RF IN
CABLE IN
CABLE OUT
1
2
3
456
7
89
Check what connections your television set has in comparison
with the digital receiver.
1
CABLE IN Cable broadcasting signal input socket.
2
CABLE OUT Cable broadcasting signal output socket
through the CABLE IN socket for another
digital receiver.
3
AUDIO L/R Stereo audio output socket for the television
set or the audio system. (white/red)
4
VIDEO Composite video output socket for the televi-
sion set. (yellow)
5
S/PDIF Dolby digital output socket for the audio sys-
tem.
6
S-VIDEO Super video output socket for the television
set.
7
RF OUT Analogue television output socket.
8
RF IN Analogue television input socket.
9
RS-232 Serial port for firmware update and data
transfer.

2.4 Connecting up your digital receiver 9
Table 2.3: Connectors specifications
VIDEO Composite video (CVBS) output
AUDIO Left & right audio output
S-VIDEO Super video (S-Video) output
S/PDIF Dolby digital audio output
RS-232 115.2 kbps at maximum
2.4 Connecting up your digital receiver
There are several ways to set up the digital receiver. Set up the
digital receiver suitably to your television and other appliances.
If you have any problem with your setup or need help, contact
your dealer.
2.4.1 Connecting to the broadcasting cable
Whatever sort of connection you have be-
tween the digital receiver and the television,
you need to connect the digital receiver to
the broadcasting cable so that it can receive
digital television services.
Connect the broadcasting cable to the CABLE
IN connector.
2.4.2 Connecting to your television set
Between all the following connectors of the digital receiver, we
recommend you to use the first connector to get best picture
quality. If your television does not have the matching connector,
then use the next connector in the following order for better
picture quality.
1. S-Video connector (S-VIDEO)
2. Composite connector (VIDEO)
3. RF connector (RF OUT)

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You should configure audio and video settings after connecting
up the digital receiver. See § 3.2 for detailed description.
To use the S-Video connector
You need to obtain a S-Video cable to use
the S-Video connector. Plug one end of the
cable into the S-VIDEO socket on the digi-
tal receiver, and plug the other end into the
matching socket on your television.
To use the composite video connector
You need to obtain a composite video cable
(RCA cable) to use the composite video con-
nector. Plug one end of the cable into the
VIDEO (yellow) socket on the digital receiver,
and plug the other end into the matching
socket on your television.
To make the audio connection
You need to obtain an audio cable (RCA ca-
ble) to connect the audio connectors. Plug
one end of the cable into the AUDIO L (white)
and AUDIO R (red) sockets on the digital re-
ceiver, and plug the other end into the match-
ing sockets on your television or audio sys-
tem.

2.5 Switching on for the first time 11
To enjoy Dolby digital audio, your televi-
sion or audio system must be able to decode
Dolby digital audio, and you need to obtain a
S/PDIF cable. Plug one end of the cable into
the S/PDIF socket on the digital receiver, and
plug the other end into the matching socket
on your audio system.
To use the RF connector
If your television does not have any video and audio input, you
will need to use the radio frequency output from the digital
receiver.
In this case, you will need to connect a ca-
ble from the RF OUT socket to the antenna
connector on your television. To ensure your
television can also pick up existing analogue
channels as well, you will need to connect a
cable from your television antenna to the RF
IN connector.
Tune your television set to channel 4 so that
you can see the output from the digital re-
ceiver.
2.5 Switching on for the first time
Now that you have your digital receiver connected, you should
plug it into a mains socket. Ensure that your television set is
turned on, so that you will be able to see the display from the
digital receiver.
2.5.1 Inserting batteries in the remote control
To insert the batteries, open the battery compartment by remov-
ing the lid, and then insert the batteries observing the polarity,
which is marked on the base of the battery compartment.

12 Setup
If the digital receiver no longer reacts properly to remote con-
trol commands, the batteries may be flat. Be sure to remove
used batteries. The manufacturer accepts no liability for the
damage resulting from leaking batteries.
NOTE
Batteries, including those which contain no heavy metals, may
not be disposed of with household waste. Please dispose of
used batteries in an environmentally sound manner. Find out
about the legal regulations which apply in your area.
2.5.2 Powering on and checking picture
Now, press the button in top left corner on the remote con-
trol. If the picture is good, you can skip to § 4.1 to search for
the available television and radio services. Otherwise, you may
need to temporarily connect the composite video connector
(VIDEO) to your television set so that you can see the on-screen
menus in order to configure the video settings.

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Chapter 3
Preference Settings
3.1 Language settings
You can select the language in
which the menu would be dis-
played. In addition to that, you
can select which language of au-
dio track and of subtitle track
should be output.
Select the System Setting > Lan-
guage Setting menu. You should
see a screen like the left figure.
Menu language
The digital receiver supports many menu languages: Dutch,
English, German, French, Italian, Russian, Turkish and so forth.
Set the Menu Language option to your desired language. Once
you select a language, the menu will be immediately displayed
in the selected language.

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Subtitle language
Set the 1st Subtitle Language option and the 2nd Subtitle Lan-
guage option to your desired languages. When you watch a
programme, if the programme has a subtitle track of the lan-
guage that is designated for the 1st Subtitle Language, it will be
displayed. If the first language is not available but the second
language is available, the subtitle of the second language will
be displayed. If there is not any available language, no subtitle
will be displayed.
Apart from this setting, you can select a subtitle track with the
button. See § 5.2.5 for detailed description.
Audio language
Set the 1st Audio Language option and the 2nd Audio Lan-
guage option to your desired languages. When you watch a
programme, if the programme has an audio track of the lan-
guage that is designated for the 1st Audio Language, it will
be output. If the first language is not available but the second
language is available, the audio of the second language will be
output.
Apart from this setting, you can select an audio track with the
button. See § 5.2.4 for detailed description.
3.2 Video and audio settings
You have to configure the video and
audio settings appropriately to your
television set and other appliances.
Select the System Setting > A/V Out-
put Setting menu. You should see a
screen like the left figure.